Superb Quality Small William IV Mahogany Inverted Breakfront Bookcase

19th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A superb quality William IV mahogany inverted breakfront bookcase of small proportions.

This bookcase consists of a top and bottom section, the top section has a moulded cornice with a superb curl mahogany veneered frieze supported by four glazed doors.

All doors are glazed with original glass and have a brass moulding framing the glass, the doors having original locks and keys.

The outer doors have wonderful quality curl veneered columns with carved capitals, the inner doors again having superb quality veneers.

The lower section, again of inverted form, also has superb quality veneers and replicates the design of the top section, terminating with a wonderful curl veneered plinth.

This bookcase can be used to display a book collection or equally could be used as a display cabinet.

The interior has a cream silk inserts but these are removable.

This piece is in excellent condition and is ready to go straight into a home or office.

Please note: the shells and books are not included.

Physical Dimensions

Height

188cm (74.02")

Width

157cm (61.81")

Depth

46cm (18.11")

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA422260

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS622

Dealers Notes

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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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PLEASE NOTE: viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange this.

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Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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Please contact us if any further high definition photographs are required or please visit our own website as follows where you can zoom in on the photos:

www.lvsdecorativearts.co.uk

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You can contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Thank you for viewing our stock and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any further information.

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Description

A superb quality William IV mahogany inverted breakfront bookcase of small proportions.

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This bookcase consists of a top and bottom section, the top section has a moulded cornice with a superb curl mahogany veneered frieze supported by four glazed doors.

LVS Decorative Arts

fig 1. Superb quality small William IV mahogany inverted breakfront bookcase — fig 1. Superb Quality Small William IV Mahogany Inverted Breakfront Bookcase

All doors are glazed with original glass and have a brass moulding framing the glass, the doors having original locks and keys.

The outer doors have wonderful quality curl veneered columns with carved capitals, the inner doors again having superb quality veneers.

fig 2. Superb quality small William IV mahogany inverted breakfront bookcase — fig 2. Superb Quality Small William IV Mahogany Inverted Breakfront Bookcase

The lower section, again of inverted form, also has superb quality veneers and replicates the design of the top section, terminating with a wonderful curl veneered plinth.

This bookcase can be used to display a book collection or equally could be used as a display cabinet.